[Marie]

One of the points of confusion is this:

What’s the difference between ‘enrollment fee’ and ‘premiums’?

Does TriCare Prime for families with retirement cover the same things as TriCare for active duty? Are we supposed to be seen on the economy or on post?

[GreyFriar]

you do not get dental coverage but do get vision checking once a year and a set of glasses if needed (nice black or brown frames)

If you are near a military base, you should contact the hospital/medical clinic to find out your options. If you are too far away, then Tricare Prime becomes a ‘primary payer.’ (I think it is still that way.)

[oh8eleven]

What’s the difference between ‘enrollment fee’ and ‘premiums’?
An enrollment fee is a one time fee you pay when you join. The premium is what you pay every month for whatever plan you subscribe to.

[rfreedom4u]

You can go on post if you want or off post. If you go on post you are not as high a priority as active duty.

As far as I know Tricare Prime for retirees covers the same as for active duty.